General provisions is one of the topics in the Driving license and violations block of the Spanish DGT theory. The driving licence, the points system, the offences and their penalties. Understanding this section well helps you answer the theory-exam questions on this topic with confidence.
In simple terms, this point of the DGT theory establishes that 1. Actions or omissions contrary to this law must be considered administrative offenses and must be sanctioned in accordance with the terms provided herein.
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📜 Reference legal text — Legislación consolidada. Article 74
- Actions or omissions contrary to this law shall be considered administrative offenses and shall be sanctioned in accordance with the terms provided herein.
- When actions or omissions may constitute offenses classified in criminal laws, the provisions of Article 85 shall apply.
- Infractions are classified as minor, serious and very serious.
❓ Frequently asked questions
What is general provisions?
General provisions is a DGT theory topic within the «Driving license and violations» block, governed by Legislación consolidada. Artículo 74 of the Spanish General Traffic Regulations. Above you will find a simple explanation and the reference legal text.
Does this topic appear in the DGT theory exam?
Yes. Every section of the General Traffic Regulations can appear in the theory exam. To practise with real questions, go to the TraficoTest platform.
Where is it regulated (Legislación consolidada. Article 74)?
This content comes from Legislación consolidada. Article 74 of the Spanish traffic regulations. You can read the official text on the BOE.
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